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Trip from East Moline, IL to Bremen, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 4m

Distance

309.7 mi

498 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
5h 52m ★
6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 30m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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East Moline, IL

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Trip Overview

This 309.7-mile journey from East Moline, Illinois, to Bremen, Illinois, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 6 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Predominantly a highway-focused drive, 85% of the route utilizes major expressways like I-55 and I-155, making it an efficient trip across the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $48, this route is a straightforward drive, best tackled in one go rather than splitting into multiple days. You'll be covering a significant distance on well-maintained highways, so preparation for a day of consistent driving is key.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

154.9 miles from East Moline, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 111.9 mi 2h 1m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 75.6 mi 1h 21m
I 155 31.8 mi 34m
IL 3 23.3 mi 28m
I 474 13.8 mi 14m
North Illinois Street 9.8 mi 15m
South Illinois Street 8.3 mi 12m
Main Street 8 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 111.9 mi, about 2h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Moline, IL and Bremen, IL.

1

Start on 7th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · 7th Street
2

Turn left onto Avenue of the Cities

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Avenue of the Cities
3

Turn right onto 11th Street

188 ft · 16 sec · 11th Street
4

Turn left onto Avenue of the Cities

0.9 mi · 1 min · Avenue of the Cities
5

Continue on Avenue of the Cities

0.7 mi · 1 min · Avenue of the Cities
6

Continue on Colona Road

2.6 mi · 4 min · Colona Road
7

Turn left onto Cleveland Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Cleveland Road
8

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
9

Merge onto I 80; IL 110

3.3 mi · 3 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
10

Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110

72 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
11

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Toward I 474 East: Indianapolis
12

Merge onto I 474

14 mi · 14 min · I 474
13

Merge onto I 74

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 74
14

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 155 South: Lincoln
15

Continue on I 155

32 mi · 34 min · I 155
16

Merge onto I 55

34 mi · 37 min · I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

78 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
19

Continue on IL 159

3.0 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
20

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
21

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
22

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

181 ft · 4 sec · South Illinois Street
23

Continue on IL 159

8.3 mi · 12 min · South Illinois Street
24

Continue on IL 159

6.1 mi · 9 min · State Route 159
25

Continue on IL 156; IL 159

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Main Street
26

Continue on IL 159

0.2 mi · 13 sec · N Main St
27

Continue on IL 159

8.0 mi · 11 min · Main Street
28

Continue on IL 3

23 mi · 28 min · IL 3
29

Turn left onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · State Street
30

Turn slight left onto Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road
31

Arrive at destination

Chester Road

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour duration, an early morning departure from East Moline is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in Bremen at a reasonable hour. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically for a break during that longest stretch of 111.9 miles on I-55. The fuel cost is estimated at $48, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Illinois to avoid unnecessary stops. This route's highway-centric nature means you can maintain a steady pace, but always stay aware of traffic conditions, especially as you approach more populated areas.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 154.9 miles from East Moline, IL, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 68 miles or 1h 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 154.9 miles or 2h 52m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremen, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving East Moline, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Moline, IL

This is one driving day of about 309.7 miles and 6h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from East Moline, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 111.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hillsboro, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hillsboro, IL

155 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Farmington, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Springfield, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 154.9 miles from East Moline, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Divernon, Illinois

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 177

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12176280000

Visit website

Cancun

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Sherman, Illinois

1.2 mi

El Pueblo Mexican Grill

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Silvis, Illinois

1.6 mi

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 177

Divernon, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12176280000

Visit website

Cancun

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 154.9

Sherman, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12174963221

Visit website

El Pueblo Mexican Grill

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Silvis, Illinois

Hours: 11:30 am–7:30 pm

+13097556391

Avenue Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Moline, Illinois

+13095815490

Visit website

Teriyaki Madness

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Bettendorf, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15638881187

Visit website

Subway

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Silvis, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+13097960996

Visit website

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88.5

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

Arby's

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 243.4

Troy, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16186671082

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 88.5

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 88.5

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 132.7

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12177354444

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 88.5

East Peoria, Illinois

Universal Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 132.7

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663502738

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 88.5

Peoria, Illinois

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 88.5

Bartonville, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 88.5

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

The Logger House

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Hampton, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+13097553077

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 257.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | 11th Street

Turn right onto 11th Street

Navigation decision point

5
131 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
165.1 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
243 mi into trip | ~4h 27m in

Take the exit toward IL 159 South: Collinsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
5
257.2 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in | IL 159 / South Illinois Street

Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / South Illinois Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.42 one way

$96.84 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $53.16 $106.32
premium $4.89 $59.60 $119.20
diesel $5.61 $68.38 $136.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 108.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 92.9 1 $32.52 $14.87
Efficient EV 77.4 0 $27.10 $12.39
EV Truck/SUV 123.9 1 $43.36 $19.82

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

East Moline, IL

Morning in East Moline on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bremen, IL

Morning in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 9 mph 32% chance Live forecast

73°F

Hillsboro, IL

155 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 4m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 160.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 309.7-mile trip, with 85% of the route on major roads like I-55 and I-155. The Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is a significant part of this journey. You’ll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 111.9 miles, primarily on I-55. This means a good portion of the drive will be at highway speeds, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is high-speed, be mindful of potential changes as you approach your destination.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.9 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near 11th Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 309.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 131 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in East Moline, IL

Full guide →

Founded 1903

Arriving in Bremen, IL

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • • Übersee-Museum Bremen — natural history and ethnographic museum in Bremen, Germany
  • • Friedhofskapelle
  • • Kaisen monument — Monument in Bremen

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 309.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111.9 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bremen, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 131 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bremen, IL before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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